The Samaritan Association of Georgia (SSK) was first registered in 1992.
Until 1997 SSK was mainly active in humanitarian aid and youth work, responding to the urgent needs created by Georgia’s severe social and economic crisis.
The organization was founded by Mr. Mikheil Mindadze, then director of Tbilisi’s 6th German School. During the early 1990s, some of the school’s graduates continued their education in Saarbrücken, Germany, and were moved to help those suffering back home. They organized a grassroots humanitarian campaign—gathering clothing, food, and hygiene supplies—and sent them to Georgia with the support of ASB Saarbrücken.
This initiative exceeded all expectations and led to the establishment of a strong and lasting partnership between ASB and SSK. From 1992 to 1997, the organization functioned on a volunteer basis, delivering vital humanitarian support and initiating youth-focused activities in Georgia. However, as conditions gradually improved and volunteer capacity became limited, SSK’s work was temporarily paused in 1997.
Renewal, Growth, and International Collaboration
In 2010, with the renewed support of ASB Germany, the Samaritan Association of Georgia (SSK) was re-established and registered as an independent, nonreligious, nonpolitical, nonprofit organization. In parallel, ASB Georgia was formally established and remains SSK’s main partner and supporter to this day.
Since then, SSK has expanded its work to provide comprehensive social services, including early intervention for children with developmental needs, psychosocial support, and protection against gender-based and domestic violence. These services are delivered through multifunctional centers run by trained professionals and tailored to local community needs.
SSK is a member of Georgia’s Early Intervention Coalition and Home Care Coalition, and collaborates internationally with Samaritan organizations through the ISC platform. It is also a proud member of the SAM.I network.
SSK’s work is made possible through the support of dedicated donors and partners, including ASB Germany, ASB Austria, Aktion Mensch, AMINA, the Austrian Ministry of Sports, the German Federal Foreign Office, and local municipalities.
Discover the journey of SSK
from its humanitarian roots in 1992 to becoming a nationwide leader in social services, empowerment, and community-based care in Georgia.
1. 1992 – Establishment and Strategic Partnership
The Samaritan Association of Georgia (SSK) was founded during a national crisis to deliver humanitarian aid and youth support. It initiated a long-term partnership with ASB Germany, marking the beginning of decades of cooperation.
2. 2010 – Organizational Renewal
With the support of ASB Germany, SSK was re-established as an independent, nonprofit, and nonpolitical organization, reviving its mission to support vulnerable populations.
3. 2011–2014 – Establishment of Social and Psychosocial Services
SSK launched home care centers for elderly people in Tbilisi, Telavi, and Gori, and introduced psychosocial support services for hospitalized children. These services laid the foundation for community-based care.
Supported by: ASB Germany, ASB Austria, Aktion Mensch, Local Municipalities
4. 2013 & 2017 – Establishment of Early Intervention Centers
Early childhood intervention centers were opened in Lagodekhi and Gori to support children with developmental needs and their families.
Supported by: Aktion Mensch, ASB Germany, AMINA, ADA
5. 2014–2020 – SSK Sport Initiative
Through sports projects in rugby, football, and judo, SSK promoted inclusion, resilience, and youth empowerment in vulnerable communities and conflict-affected regions.
Supported by: ASB Austria, Austrian Ministry of Sports, AMINA
6. 2020 – Launch of Food Delivery Service
SSK’s home care team began providing regular food aid to low-income families in Gori Municipality, addressing food insecurity at the community level.
Supported by: Gori Municipality
7. 2022–2025 – Support for War-Affected Ukrainian Refugees
SSK launched a multi-year program offering psychosocial services and GBV/DV support to Ukrainian refugees in Georgia.
Supported by: ASB Georgia
8. 2024 – Establishment of Women’s Empowerment Centers
Centers were opened in Batumi and Zugdidi, providing safe, confidential support and counseling to women in crisis across Adjara, Guria, and Samegrelo.
Supported by: ASB Georgia.
2. 2010 – Organizational Renewal
With the support of ASB Germany, SSK was re-established as an independent, nonprofit, and nonpolitical organization, reviving its mission to support vulnerable populations.
4. 2013 & 2017 – Establishment of Early Intervention Centers
Early childhood intervention centers were opened in Lagodekhi and Gori to support children with developmental needs and their families.
Supported by: Aktion Mensch, ASB Germany, AMINA, ADA
6. 2020 – Launch of Food Delivery Service
SSK’s home care team began providing regular food aid to low-income families in Gori Municipality, addressing food insecurity at the community level.
Supported by: Gori Municipality
8. 2024 – Establishment of Women’s Empowerment Centers
Centers were opened in Batumi and Zugdidi, providing safe, confidential support and counseling to women in crisis across Adjara, Guria, and Samegrelo.
Supported by: ASB Georgia.
